Peach Burrata Salad With Tahini Dressing

Name: Peach Burrata Salad With Tahini Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 4 medium peaches (halved and pitted (firm ones work best when grilling!)); 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 tablespoon honey; Salt and Black pepper (to taste); 4 cups mixed greens (arugula & baby spinach); 2 tablespoons fresh basil (torn); 1 tablespoon fresh mint (torn); 8 ounces burrata; ½ cup roasted shelled pistachios (lightly chopped or crushed); 1 small red onion (finely sliced); 2 tablespoons tahini; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon honey; ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard; ¼ teaspoon cumin; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; ½ teaspoon fine kosher salt; 1-2 tablespoons warm filtered water

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This Peach Burrata Salad is fresh, colorful, and packed with flavor. Made with grilled peaches, creamy burrata, fresh herbs, crunchy pistachios, and a simple tahini dressing, it’s the perfect summer salad for entertaining or enjoying as a light meal.

A peach burrata salad with arugula on a white plate.

A Summer Favorite in My Kitchen

As a nutrition coach, I always encourage adding more fresh produce to meals, especially when fruits and vegetables are in season. This Peach Burrata Salad is one of my favorite ways to enjoy summer peaches because it feels both nourishing and indulgent at the same time. The combination of sweet grilled peaches, creamy burrata, fresh herbs, and crunchy pistachios makes it a salad that everyone gets excited about, even those who don’t usually love salads.

This salad makes for an ideal side to serve at a cookout but you can add extras like homemade croutons, toasted chickpeas, or some grilled honey chicken to make the salad more substantial if you’re serving it as a main.

Recipe Overview

Skill Level

Beginner

Prep Time

15 mins

Cook Time

5 mins

A Few Key Ingredients

Below are the key ingredients you’ll need to make Peach Burrata Salad. The full quantities can be found in the recipe card further down the post.

Peaches: Since we’re grilling the peaches for this salad, go with firm peaches as they’ll hold up well when heated. If your peaches are soft they’ll still work, you’ll just need to take a bit of extra care when grilling. Nectarines are a great swap, too.

Burrata: This soft cheese is similar to mozzarella, with an oozy, creamy center. Choose a high-quality burrata here as it’s the star of this salad! Carefully drain it before adding to the dish. You can serve the burrata cold from the fridge or at room temperature.

Tahini dressing: Tahini paste is combined with mustard, lemon juice, honey and seasonings to make a creamy, toasty dressing that ties everything together.

Mixed greens and fresh herbs: I like to use a mixture of arugula and baby spinach but go with your favorite salad greens. For a boost of flavor, I mix in fresh basil and mint but parsley or chives also work nicely.

Pistachios: For a bit of crunch, I sprinkle on chopped pistachios. Other nuts or seeds like walnuts, pecans or pumpkin seeds are delicious alternatives.

Red onion: Thinly sliced red onion is added to the salad for some savory depth of flavor. You can soak it in ice water for 15 minutes before draining and adding to the salad to make the onion taste more mellow.

Transforming Peaches by Grilling

Grilling peaches is a quick, simple thing that really elevates them to the next level. Their juicy flesh is softened and caramelizes beautifully, making them taste even sweeter. If you’ve already got the outdoor grill going, this is a great salad to make as the peaches only need a few minutes to take on a smoky, jammy flavor. Otherwise, a grill pan works great too.

Quick tip!

Make sure the grill or grill pan is nice and hot before adding the peaches and let them cook, undisturbed, for a few minutes. This will prevent them sticking and give you those distinct charred marks on the fruit.

How to Make Peach Burrata Salad

Step 1. Toss the peaches with oil, honey, and pepper. Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat.

Step 2. Grill the peaches cut side-down for 2 minutes per side until charred. Remove and allow to cool.

process shot to season peaches and grilling on a pan.

Step 3. Whisk the dressing ingredients together until smooth. Gradually add warm water until the dressing is pourable.

Step 4. Lightly toss the greens and herbs with a bit of the dressing, then arrange on a platter. Add the grilled peaches.

process shot to assemble the salad and adding burrata over to it.

Step 5. Tear the burrata over top and sprinkle with chopped pistachios. Add the onion and drizzle over the remaining dressing.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Using Overripe Peaches: Very soft peaches can fall apart on the grill.
Dressing the Salad Too Early: The greens can become soggy if they sit too long with the dressing.
Skipping the Herbs: Fresh basil and mint add a lot of flavor and shouldn’t be omitted if possible.
Overcrowding the Grill: Give the peaches space so they develop nice grill marks.

Recipe Notes

Leftover dressing is delicious on grain bowls, roasted vegetables, and sandwiches.
Firm peaches are best and will hold their shape during cooking.
Adjust the amount of water in the dressing to reach your desired consistency.
Add the burrata and dressing just before serving for the freshest presentation.

Hands tearing burrata over a peach salad.

Questions I Get Asked a Lot

Do you eat the skin of the burrata?

Yes! The skin of the burrata is made from fresh mozzarella which adds some texture to balance the creamy middle.

What’s in the middle of burrata?

Burrata is filled with stracciatella which is a mixture of shreds of mozzarella and cream.

Can I make this ahead of time?

You can make the tahini dressing and grilled peaches ahead of time. Store covered in the fridge before assembling the salad (tahini dressing will keep for up to 1 week, grilled peaches will keep for up to 3 days).

How do i store leftovers?

You can store the salad (undressed) in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Store the tahini dressing in a separate container in the fridge for up to 1 week.

What to Serve With Peach Burrata Salad

This salad pairs well with many main meals but here are some ideas you can pair it with:

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